The J. Martin Winslow house circa 1900 (Norwood Historical Society collection) J. Martin Winslow bought this house lot in 1885 from Joseph Day’s estate. Day acquired the land in 1866. … Continue reading 92 Day Street – The J. Martin Winslow House
Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013
Ray Martin. Seven teams pursued the prospect. The Red Sox even sent a scout to Ray Martin’s Norwood High School prom, In 1943, Norwood High School senior Ray Martin pitched … Continue reading Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-March 15, 2013
Norwood Teen Lisa Willman Secures Spot as Patriots Cheerleader-July 28, 1979
Recent Norwood High graduate Lisa Willman earned a spot as a dancer on the New England Patriots cheerleading squad after bouncing back from an initial tryout cut.
Norwood School Committee Appoints Dr. Louis J. Taris as New Superintendent of Schools-July 24, 1978
The Norwood School Committee unanimously appointed Dr. Louis J. Taris as superintendent of schools to succeed the retiring Dr. Philip O. Coakley.
Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968
THE MASK MAN — Ernest Higgins, Norwood, works on the all-protective mask designed to make goal-tending a less hazardous occupation. (William Ryerson photo) Bruins’ goaltender Ed Johnston is sporting a … Continue reading Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968
Lincoln D. Lynch, former Principal and Superintendent, Dead at 66-January 28, 1967
NORWOOD — Lincoln D. Lynch, superintendent of schools here for 24 years, died Saturday in Massachusetts General Hospital. Mr. Lynch, 66, had lived on Old Chatham rd., Dennis, since retirement … Continue reading Lincoln D. Lynch, former Principal and Superintendent, Dead at 66-January 28, 1967
Norwood Man Named New Dean At Brandeis University-July 16, 1963
Formerly the State Budget Commissioner, Morrissey takes on oversight of student services while continuing to lecture in politics.
Mrs. Esther J. Deeb Honored For Services to Norwood Church-December 6, 1956
Esther (Howard) Deeb with entertainer Danny Thomas (photo courtesy of her grandson, Robert S Johnson, colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) Mrs. Esther J. Deeb, Caravan correspondent in Norwood. Mass., … Continue reading Mrs. Esther J. Deeb Honored For Services to Norwood Church-December 6, 1956
Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950
Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950
Capt. Frederick B Lea Awarded Bronze Star-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1944
For ‘‘efficient organization and supply of all medical detachments in the Division/’ Captain Frederick B. Lea of 104 Nichols street, Norwood. Commanding Officer of Headquarters Company of the 46th Medical … Continue reading Capt. Frederick B Lea Awarded Bronze Star-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1944